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Central Piedmont Community College

Charlotte, NC·Public·www.cpcc.edu/

Campus Identity

Central Piedmont Community College is a public community college in Charlotte, NC. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 89/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Central Piedmont Community College is a public community college in Charlotte, NC. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 89/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$2,432
In-State Tuition
+$360 fees
$8,576
Out-of-State Tuition
+$360 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

20,000+

Urban setting

Beach Access

153 miles

Myrtle Beach, SC

Ski Access

81 miles

Appalachian Ski Mtn.

Weather

Warm Climate

56°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Appalachian Ski Mtn.

North Carolina

81 mi away
27 skiable acres6 lifts
Hawksnest Snow Tubing

North Carolina

85 mi away
Sugar Mountain Resort

North Carolina

86 mi away
125 skiable acres8 lifts

Nearest Beach

Myrtle Beach, SC

Ocean access within 153.0 miles

153 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Charlotte, NC

42°Jan46°Feb53°Mar61°Apr69°May77°Jun80°Jul79°Aug73°Sep62°Oct51°Nov45°Dec

Station: CHARLOTTE DOUGLAS Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

89/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety868897
86/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
88/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
97/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$2,432$8,576
Fees
$360$360
Total
$2,792$8,936
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

102 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
1,341 grads/yr$45,205
Design and Applied ArtsCertificate
116 grads/yr$39,933
Business Administration, Management and OperationsCertificate
91 grads/yr$42,770
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
90 grads/yr$44,216
Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralCertificate
86 grads/yr$61,412

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Engineering, General
Associate's31 grads$76,388
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's73 grads$74,379
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's46 grads$74,004
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection
Associate's23 grads$71,413
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Associate's56 grads$69,094
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's58 grads$62,210
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Certificate86 grads$61,412
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate's50 grads$60,072
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate15 grads$55,919
Precision Metal Working
Associate's18 grads$53,400

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Central Piedmont Community College located?

Central Piedmont Community College is located in Charlotte, NC. The main campus address is 1201 Elizabeth Avenue, Charlotte, NC. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Central Piedmont Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Central Piedmont Community College charges $2,432/year for in-state students and $8,576/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $8,936/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Central Piedmont Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Central Piedmont Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Central Piedmont Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,576/year out-of-state), campus culture in Charlotte, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Central Piedmont Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Central Piedmont Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Charlotte, NC
Size
20,000+
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 56°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
89/100
Nearest Airport
Charlotte, NC (CLT) · 6 mialso USA (14 mi), HKY (48 mi)

Location

Charlotte, NC

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.